Mid-Level Supplier Quality Specialist

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist to enhance supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality standards. This role involves engaging with suppliers, analyzing data to reduce defects, and developing proactive oversight plans. The position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for flexibility while ensuring quality oversight at supplier locations. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and quality improvement, where your contributions will directly impact the success of critical projects in the defense and aerospace sectors.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Quality or Supplier Management.
• Experience with engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Develop quality oversight plans for suppliers.
• Conduct audits and assessments of supplier systems.
• Analyze non-conformance trends and recommend actions.

Skills

Quality Management

Data Analysis

Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA)

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist to support the Mid-Central Region Supplier Quality Operations in the St. Louis area!

Position Responsibilities:

• Engage in early quality involvement with Boeing program(s) and supplier(s) to assist in developing effective quality oversight plans that positively influence the supplier's Quality Management System (QMS) health and performance
• Effectively communicate and provide feedback to supplier regarding development and performance
• Assist in performing data analysis to determine supplier defect reduction product and process targets
• Assist with the development and maintenance of risk based proactive oversight plans based on supplier maturity and performance levels
• Assist in providing support to other Boeing divisions as required
• Document and effectively report audit and assessment results
• Assist with quality reviews and actively participate in program/customer reviews at suppliers
• Ensure Boeing and the Supplier(s) have a thorough understanding of requirements and capabilities
• Conducts capability assessments and process validations to support supplier selection activities
• Assist with the development of training materials and other resources to support improvements in supplier performance and productivity
• Inspect/verify product conformance and process compliance with applicable requirements
• Assist with supplier operational capability and capacity studies
• Investigate and assist with the resolution of concerns to ensure compliance with requirements
• Assist with capability and capacity supplier assessments performing current or potential future work
• Analyzes non-conformance trends to evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions
• Recommends corrective actions to address non-conformances
• Assist with audits and assessments of supplier's systems, processes and products
• Works under general direction, self motivated
• Must Pass Boeing vision certification requirements
• Utilization of Boeing processes & system

This position is Hybrid, meaning that the candidate will not report to a Boeing Site. The selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at Supplier locations. This is at the hiring team’s discretion and could potentially change in the future.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience working in Quality, Supplier Quality or Supplier Management
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, Power Point, OneNote, SharePoint and Teams.
• 3+ years of experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, 3D Modeling, and specifications.
• 3+ years of experience in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA).
• Possess a current valid Driver's License
• Have the use of a personal vehicle to travel for business reasons

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management related experience
• Experience in assembly or mechanical work including Structural Assembly Build-up
• Familiarity and hands-on experience with avionics, electrical and/or electronics
• Special Processes (i.e. Chemical Processing, Heat Treat, and/or Non-destructive Testing)
• Computer Aided Drawings (CAD), Digital Product Definition (DPD) and Model Based Definition (MBD) requirements

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $88,400 – $119,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 10, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.